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Working with the machine
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9 Working with the machine
The operating speed must be adjusted to suit the soil and working conditions.
The machine is only suitable for treating soil and fields that are free of obstacles, such as
stones, tree stumps, steel objects, etc.
Only engage the PTO if there is nobody in the machine’s danger zone.
While working with the machine, never depress the clutch pedal, nor take the tractor out
of gear. The machine could actually push the tractor forward. This could lead to hazardous
situations.
It is not permitted to stand on the machine or to stand within the range of the machine
while the machine is in use. This also applies during transport.
Risk of additional wear of the PTO drive shaft if the shaft angles are unequal.
Take into account the permissible angle rotations of the rotating PTO drive shaft.
Limit the lifting height. The sudden excessive lifting of a powered machine can cause
serious damage to the:
• PTO
• PTO drive shaft
• gear box